Hunter Creek to Benedict Huts
Trail
6.3 mile
10.2 kilometer
point to point
Ascent
Intermediate/Difficult
Elevation
Ascent:
2,915'
889 m
Descent: -263' -80 m
High: 10,963' 3,342 m
Low: 8,252' 2,515 m
Grade
Avg Slope: 10% (5°)
Max Slope: 28% (16°)
Weather
Unknown
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“Standard approach to the Benedict Huts (Fritz & Fabi's)”
— Missy Thompson
Description
Starting from the Hunter Creek Trailhead, cross the Benedict Footbridge and up the south side of Hunter Creek. After 1/2 mile, at 8,600 feet, leave the valley by climbing SE up a well marked trail that eventually climbs westerly up the mountainside. Youll intersect the Smuggler Mountain Road at 9,200 feet. Follow the road for a long 2 1/2 mile wander through forest to an elongated open area (10,600 feet). Turn left off the road here and continue E for 1/4 mile up onto a small timbered ridge. Swing south and follow the flat ridgetop 1/2 mile to the huts.
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Contacts
Local Club: 10th Mountain Division Huts Association
Land Manager: Aspen / Pitkin County Open Space & Trails
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